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The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

Iowa defensive tackle Yahya Black deflects a pass during a football game between Iowa and Kent State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Flashes 30-7. (Jerod Ringwald/The Daily Iowan)

One-on-one with Iowa defensive tackle Yahya Black

Colin Votzmeyer, Assistant Sports Editor September 7, 2023

The Daily Iowan: I have some one-on-one questions here. Looking at the shoes, what size are those? Yahya Black: Size 17. DI: Is it tough to buy shoes at that size? Black: You know, it is....

Kid captain Nile Kron smiles as he walks out of the Kinnick tunnel during Kids’ Day at Kinnick in Iowa City on Saturday, August 12, 2023.

Iowa football Kid Captain Nile Kron demonstrates determination to those around him

Cooper Worth, Football Reporter September 7, 2023

Kid Captain Nile Kron belongs to a long line of Hawkeye fans.  Kron’s great-grandparents were season ticket holders, and his father, Rick, named Nile after Hawkeye legend Nile Kinnick.  “I’ve...

Iowa defensive lineman Aaron Graves rushes Utah State quarterback Cooper Legas during a football game between No. 25 Iowa and Utah State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Aggies, 24-14.

Iowa football’s Aaron Graves fulfills his dream as a Hawkeye

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor September 7, 2023

Aaron Graves’ eyes were filled with tears. It was June 25, 2019. Iowa football head coach Kirk Ferentz had just called the 15-year-old and offered him a full-ride scholarship to his dream school. By...

Iowa kicker Aaron Blom attempts a field goal during a football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022. The Cyclones ended a six-game Cy-Hawk series losing streak and defeated the Hawkeyes, 10-7. Blom failed field goal attempt was 48 yards.

Former UI athletes Aaron Blom and Gehrig Christensen plead guilty to gambling charges

Alejandro Rojas, News Editor September 6, 2023

Two former University of Iowa student-athletes charged in the gambling investigation have pleaded guilty, according to court filings. Lawyers for former football player Aaron Blom and former baseball...

Iowa Hawkeye fans enter Kinnick stadium before the Hawkeye Football home opener against Utah State in Iowa City on Saturday Sept. 2, 2023.

Point/Counterpoint | What is the best Big Ten football stadium?

Jake Olson and Kenna Roering September 5, 2023

PENN STATE  When you think of an intimidating college football crowd, two words come to mind: Beaver Stadium. Penn State football historically has one of the best home stadiums in not only the...

Iowa State wide receiver Xavier Hutchinson attempts to catch a pass during a football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022. The Cyclones ended a six-game Cy-Hawk series losing streak and defeated the Hawkeyes, 10-7. Hutchinson averages 8.9 yards per reception.

Bad blood: the history of the Cy-Hawk showdown before its 70th football meeting

Colin Votzmeyer and Cooper Worth September 5, 2023

Bad blood will boil in Ames, Iowa, on Sept. 9 when the Iowa football team rolls into Jack Trice Stadium for its 70th meeting with the Iowa State Cyclones. The rivalry first began with the first...

Iowa Swarm Collective President and CEO Brad Heinrichs speaks during a press conference for the Iowa Swarm Collective, a name, image, and likeness group partnering with Hawkeye student-athletes, at the Heights Rooftop in Iowa City on Tuesday, July 19, 2022. Heinrichs sees this NIL as an opportunity for students to profit on their name, image, and likeness. “These kids are going to learn how to market themselves,” Heinrichs said. “That's the education I didn't get while I was in school.”

The Swarm Collective keeping Iowa sports competitive amid new era in college athletics

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor September 5, 2023

Once the clock hit midnight on July 1, 2021, a new era in college athletics began. It was the first day student-athletes could legally profit off their name, image, and likeness. Over two years...

Iowa State running back Jirehl Brock carries the ball during the Cy-Hawk football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022. The Cyclones ended a six-game Cy-Hawk series losing streak and defeated the Hawkeyes, 10-7. Brock carried the ball for 100 yards.

Iowa football week two notebook | Hawkeyes prepare for hostile environment in Ames

Matt McGowan and Kenna Roering September 5, 2023

When asked to describe what Iowa football’s Cy-Hawk rivalry game against Iowa State will look like on Saturday, punter Tory Taylor gave an answer dripping with sarcasm.  “It’s a pretty nice...

Iowa wide receiver Seth Anderson celebrates after scoring a touchdown during a football game between No. 25 Iowa and Utah State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Aggies, 24-14.

Iowa football Week 1 column | Hawkeye offense flashy early, but is only marginally improved

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 2, 2023

For a brief moment on Saturday, the Iowa football offense was a paradise: a land of deep-throw connections with wide-open receivers, confident plays in the red zone, and, believe it or not, passing...

Iowa defensive back Deshaun Lee celebrates during a football game between No. 25 Iowa and Utah State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023. The Hawkeyes lead the Aggies, 17-3, at halftime.

Iowa cornerback DeShaun Lee delivers in his Hawkeye debut against Utah State

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 2, 2023

In Iowa football’s 24-14 season-opening victory over Utah State on Saturday, cornerback Deshaun Lee demonstrated what it meant to be a Ball Hawk.  Back in fall camp, the redshirt freshman beat...

Iowa quarterback Cade McNamara prepares to throw the ball during a football game between No. 25 Iowa and Utah State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Aggies, 24-14.

Iowa football senior quarterback Cade McNamara makes Hawkeye debut in 24-14 win over Utah State

Colin Votzmeyer, Assistant Sports Editor September 2, 2023

One week ago, Iowa football quarterback Cade McNamara was questionable to start in the Hawkeyes’ season opener against Utah State. Come Saturday, McNamara not only suited up — his first ever pass...

Iowa wide receiver Seth Anderson prepares to catch the ball during a football game between No. 25 Iowa and Utah State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Aggies, 24-14.

Photos: No. 25 Iowa football vs Utah State

Ayrton Breckenridge and Cody Blissett September 2, 2023

No. 25 Iowa defeated Utah State, 24-14, during a football game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023. The Aggies led the game in total yards with 329 and Iowa followed with 284. Iowa did lead...